Economic development agency hires interim CEO
Steve Herbert succeeds Ric Weddle in Hampton Roads.
Klöckner Pentaplast investing $25 million to expand in Louisa County
The company also will add approximately 34 jobs.
Speculative industrial property in Richmond lands tenant
Panattoni Development built warehouse next to Richmond Marine Terminal.
Lawmakers tout plan for casinos in Bristol, Danville and Portsmouth
Members of the General Assembly from Bristol, Portsmouth and Danville urged their colleagues Monday to approve legislation to allow casino gambling in those cities. They said the plan would create jobs and boost the economy.
Virginia lawmakers request toll freeze for federal workers
Del. Karrie Delaney, D-Fairfax, and 14 other members of the Virginia General Assembly sent a letter Friday to state Transportation Secretary Shannon Valentine and other officials requesting toll relief for federal workers commuting without pay during the federal government’s shutdown.
Advocates seek more access to medical marijuana
As other states have relaxed their laws against marijuana, citizens across Virginia gathered in Richmond Saturday to discuss how to persuade the General Assembly to legalize medical and recreational marijuana in the commonwealth.
Virginians narrowly support public investment to land Amazon HQ2
Poll also takes a look at support of increased taxes for K-12 education and affordable housing initiatives.
Union Bank & Trust sells buildings, leases back space
The properties are in Henrico County and Virginia Beach.
Va.’s medical cannabis firms banding together
New trade group will add another voice in fast-growing industry.